September 5, 2026
5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from New Orleans
From
$477
Price / day
$95
Carnival Valor|Carnival Freedom
Carnival Valor vs Carnival Freedom
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Carnival Freedom
Built in 2007
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Freedom
$76 / day
$36 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Carnival Valor vs Carnival Freedom: Quick Comparison
Carnival Freedom is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2007, it is 3 years newer than Carnival Valor, which entered service in 2004. Carnival Valor has upcoming sailings in Western Caribbean, while Carnival Freedom has sailings in Mediterranean and Transatlantic. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Carnival Freedom has the lower average starting price per day. The sailings shown cover different itineraries, so the price per day figures are not a like-for-like comparison. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.
Ship Comparison
| Spec | Carnival Valor | Carnival Freedom |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2004 | 2007Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 110,000 GT | 110,000 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,980 | 2,980 |
| Space per Passenger | 36.9 GT | 36.9 GT |
| Length | 290.2 m | 290.2 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Valor vs Carnival Freedom
Age
Carnival Freedom was built in 2007, making it 3 years newer than Carnival Valor, which was built in 2004.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Valor (Western Caribbean) and Carnival Freedom (Mediterranean and Transatlantic) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Freedom has the lower average starting price per day at $76 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Carnival Valor
5-Day Western Caribbean from New Orleans, LA
- Departure Port
- New Orleans
- Region
- Western Caribbean
- Nights
- 5
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026New Orleans
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Cozumel
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Progreso
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026New Orleans
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Carnival Freedom
8-Day Mediterranean from Barcelona, Spain
- Departure Port
- Barcelona
- Region
- Mediterranean
- Nights
- 8
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Oct 9, 2026Barcelona
- Day 2 · Oct 10, 2026Marseille
- Day 3 · Oct 11, 2026Livorno
- Day 4 · Oct 12, 2026Civitavecchia
- Day 5 · Oct 13, 2026Naples
- Day 6 · Oct 14, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Oct 15, 2026Malta
- Day 8 · Oct 16, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Oct 17, 2026Barcelona
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Carnival Valor
September 10, 2026
4-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from New Orleans
From
$514
Price / day
$129
Carnival Freedom
October 9, 2026
8-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$804
Price / day
$101
October 17, 2026
13-Night Transatlantic Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$662
Price / day
$51
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Valor
Average
$112 / day
VS
Carnival Freedom
Average
$76 / day
Carnival Freedom has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$76/day vs $112/day
About $36 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown and may not represent like-for-like itineraries.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Carnival Valor if…
- You want to sail in Western Caribbean.
- Departing from New Orleans works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Carnival Freedom.
Choose Carnival Freedom if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You want to sail in Mediterranean and Transatlantic.
- Departing from Barcelona works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Carnival Valor vs Carnival Freedom: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Freedom
Built in 2007
3 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Freedom
$76 / day
About $36 less per day
- Carnival Freedom is 3 years newer.
- Both ships have the same gross tonnage.
- Both ships carry the same number of passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Valor or Carnival Freedom?
Carnival Freedom is newer. It was built in 2007, while Carnival Valor was built in 2004, making Carnival Freedom 3 years newer.
Which ship is cheaper, Carnival Valor or Carnival Freedom?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Freedom has the lower average starting price per day at $76 per day versus $112 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Carnival Valor sail?
The upcoming Carnival Valor sailings currently listed cover Western Caribbean, departing from New Orleans.
Where does Carnival Freedom sail?
The upcoming Carnival Freedom sailings currently listed cover Mediterranean and Transatlantic, departing from Barcelona.
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